Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017) vs Apple iPhone Air (256GB)

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Side by side comparison between Nokia Lumia 530 vs Apple iPhone Air phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

9/12/2025 7:50 PM, updated: 9/14/2025 8:16 AM

Compare Apple iPhone Air X Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017) 05Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

4"
TFT

480x854

5
MP

512MB
RAM

Quad-core

1430
mAh

(Removable)

43Points Apple iPhone Air (256GB) Compare Nokia Lumia 530 X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

6.5"
OLED

1260x2736

48
MP

18mp

12GB
RAM

Hexa-core

3149
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Apple iPhone Air (256GB)

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

5 Advantages Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)	vs	43 Advantages Apple iPhone Air (256GB)
+Until 128GB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage More external storage for files using memory cards	vs	Not supported
+129 grams (4.52 ounces)28% Lighter	vs	165 grams (5.78 ounces)
+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily	vs	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
+3.5mm jackAdvantage Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores	vs	Type-C reversible connector
+FMAdvantage The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general	vs	Not supported
1.2GHz 32bit Quad-core (28nm)	vs	+4.26GHz 64bit Hexa-core (3nm)3 times More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
512MB LPDDR2	vs	+12GB LPDDR5X23 times More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
4GB (2.5GB available)	vs	+256GB (230GB available)91 times More internal storage for applications and files
eMMC 4.5	vs	+NVMe (SSD)Advantage Fastest write and read storage.
11.7 millimeters (0.46 inches)	vs	+5.6 millimeters (0.22 inches)109% Thinner
Plastic body, glass front	vs	+Titanium frame, glass front and backAdvantage More resistant material
TFT LCD	vs	+LTPO Super Retina XDR OLEDAdvantage LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED display is brighter and more vivid
Not supported	vs	+Dolby Vision/HDR10Advantage The Dolby Vision/HDR10 display provides vibrant colors and more details
60Hz	vs	+120Hz100% The display reproduces more frames per second because the frequency (Hertz) is higher, improves fluidity and tires your eyes less.
16 million	vs	+1 billion62 times More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos
480x854 pixels	vs	+1260x2736 pixels7 times Higher resolution screen
245 PPI	vs	+463 PPI89% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
4"	vs	+6.5"63% Larger screen
(back) 5MP	vs	+(back) 48MP9 times Higher resolution main camera
Not supported	vs	+Dual-LED flashAdvantage The Dual-LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
Not supported	vs	+PDAF: phase detection autofocus on both camerasAdvantage Best autofocus type for taking pictures
Not supported	vs	+OIS: Optical stabilization on both camerasAdvantage Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
Not supported	vs	+BSI sensorAdvantage The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
Not supported	vs	+HDR photo/video on both camerasAdvantage The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
1/4" inches	vs	+1/1.56" inches156% The larger sensor camera lets you take photos with better depth.
f/2.4 (aperture)	vs	+f/1.6 (aperture)50% Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
Not supported	vs	+(dual front camera) 18MP + 0.3MPAdvantage A front-camera is best for taking selfies
FWVGA (854x480)	vs	+4K UHD (3840x2160)19 times More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
700000 apps (Marketplace)	vs	+2300000 apps (App Store)2 times More apps available to download and use
3G+ HSPA+	vs	+5G mmWaveAdvantage The 5G mmWave network is newer and faster
(3G+ HSPA+) 21 Mbps	vs	+(5G mmWave) 5000 Mbps237 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supported	vs	+Ambient light sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+BarometerAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+CompassAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+Face unlock 3DAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+GyroscopeAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+Proximity sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+UWB (Ultra Wideband)Advantage Sensors help you use the device
1430 mAh	vs	+3149 mAh120% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
Not supported	vs	+Qi2 wireless chargingAdvantage Wireless charging is another way to charge the battery.
Not supported	vs	+Video callingAdvantage The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video
1 slot (Single-SIM) (dedicated slot)	vs	+e-SIM (Eletronic)Advantage You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]	vs	+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be [wifi7/6E/6]Advantage WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be [wifi7/6E/6] is newer and faster
4.0 + A2DP	vs	+6.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage Bluetooth 6.0 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
Not supported	vs	+NFCAdvantage NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
MicroUSB 2.0	vs	+Type-CAdvantage Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
Not supported	vs	+Ceramic Shield 2Advantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
Not supported	vs	+IP68 certifiedAdvantage Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example

11 Common items in both devices

Only digital zoom

Capacitive

Multitouch

Accelerometer

Hands-free calling

Vibrating alert

Mono sound (not stereo)

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📱 Model features
	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)	iPhone Air (256GB)
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Model	Lumia 530 (RM-1017)	iPhone Air (256GB)
Other model names	Nokia Lumia 530 Single-SIM RM-1017, Nokia Rock	iPhone 17 Air (A3260, A3517, A3518)
Country or region available	(Europe), Canada, USA, Mexico	(Global, International)
Brand	Nokia	Apple
Release date	8/1/2014, Announced: 7/1/2014	9/19/2025, Announced: 9/9/2025
Depth	11.7 millimeters (0.46 inches)	5.6 millimeters (0.22 inches)
Size (width x height)	62.3 x 119.7 millimeters (2.45 x 4.71 in)	74.7 x 156.2 millimeters (2.94 x 6.15 in)
Weight	129 grams (4.52 ounces)	165 grams (5.78 ounces)
Build, materials	Plastic body, glass front	Titanium frame, glass front and back Back: Ceramic Shield
Protection against water and others	Not supported	IP68 certified: water-resistant up to 1.5 meters for 30min and dust-resistant
📲 Display
	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)	iPhone Air (256GB)
Display type	TFT LCD	LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
Screen size	4" inches	6.5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~59.1% (screen-to-body ratio)	~88.8% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	480x854 pixels (16:9)	1260x2736 pixels (19.5:9)
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	245 PPI	463 PPI
Colors	16 million	1 billion
Scratch-resistant glass	Not supported	Ceramic Shield 2
Refresh rate	60Hz	120Hz
Display features	Not supported	1000nits[typ], 3000nits[peak] Dolby Vision/HDR10 Always-On Display Oleophobic coating screen True-tone Wide color gamut
🤖 Operating System
	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)	iPhone Air (256GB)
System version	Windows Phone 8.1	iOS 26
Firmware update	feature not registered	feature not registered
User Interface	Denim UI	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)	iPhone Air (256GB)
Chipset	32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 200 (MSM8212) (28nm)	64bit: Apple A19 Pro (3nm)
CPU	Quad-core, 1 processor: 4x 1.2GHz ARM Cortex-A7 (Quad-core)	Hexa-core, 2 processors: 2x 4.26GHz P-Core (Dual-core) 4x 2.2GHz E-Core (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 302 (400MHz)	A19 Pro GPU (5-core)
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	AnTuTu: 2000993 (v10) Geekbench: 9682 (v6.5)
💽 Memory and storage
	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)	iPhone Air (256GB)
RAM memory	512MB LPDDR2	12GB LPDDR5X
Internal storage	4GB (2.5GB available) eMMC 4.5	256GB (230GB available) NVMe (SSD)
External storage	Until 128GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)	Not supported
📶 Mobile networks
	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)	iPhone Air (256GB)
Dual-SIM	Not supported	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
SIM card	1 slot (Single-SIM) micro-SIM (3FF)	e-SIM (Eletronic)
Maximum Download / Upload	21/5.76 Mbps	5000/1024 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G	2G, 3G, 4G, 5G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	CDMA 800/1900, GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	UMTS 900/2100 America version: UMTS 850/900/1900/2100	CDMA2000 1xEV-DO UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	Not supported	LTE Cat20 VoLTE A3517 (International): LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 53, 66) TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48) A3260 (USA): LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 53, 66, 71) TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48) A3518 (Canada, Mexico, EMEA): LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 53, 66, 71) TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48)
Primary 5G network	Not supported	A3517 (International): SA/NSA/Sub6 (1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 53, 66, 70, 75, 77, 78, 79) A3260 (USA): SA/NSA/Sub6 (1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 53, 66, 70, 71, 75, 77, 78, 79) A3518 (Canada, Mexico, EMEA): SA/NSA/Sub6 (1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 53, 66, 70, 71, 75, 77, 78, 79)
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+	GPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6, mmWave
Secondary 2G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 3G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary data network	Not supported	Not supported
📷 Camera
	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)	iPhone Air (256GB)
Back camera (main camera)	5 megapixels	48 megapixels
Main camera resolution	2592x1944 pixels	8000x6000 pixels
Video recording (primary)	FWVGA (854x480) 30 fps	4K UHD (3840x2160) 60 fps
Flash	Not supported	Dual-LED flash
Focal aperture	f/2.4 (aperture)	f/1.6 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	26mm (lens)
Sensor size	1/4" inches	1/1.56" inches
Pixel size	feature not registered	1µm pixel
Autofocus	Not supported	PDAF: phase detection autofocus on both cameras
Touch focus	Not supported	Supported
Image stabilization	Not supported	OIS: Optical stabilization on both cameras
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection	Face detection, Smile detection
BSI sensor	Not supported	Supported
HDR	Not supported	HDR photo/video on both cameras
Camera extras	feature not registered	4K@24/25/30/60fps 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps Dolby Vision (60fps)
📸 Front camera
	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)	iPhone Air (256GB)
Front camera (secondary)	Not supported	(dual front camera) 18 megapixels 0.3MP SL 3D
Front camera resolution	Not supported	5184x3456 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	Not supported	4K UHD (3840x2160)
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	feature not registered	f/1.9 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Pixel size	feature not registered	feature not registered
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)	iPhone Air (256GB)
Loudspeaker	Mono sound (not stereo)	Mono sound (not stereo) Dolby Atmos Spatial Audio 3D
Active noise cancellation	2 microphones	2 microphones
Radio	FM	Not supported
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.264, H.263, WMV	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC
🔌 Connectivity
	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)	iPhone Air (256GB)
USB	MicroUSB 2.0	USB 2.0 Type-C reversible connector
Audio output	3.5mm jack	Type-C reversible connector
TV output	Not supported	USB Type-C (reversible)
Bluetooth	4.0 + A2DP	6.0 + A2DP/LE
WiFi	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz) WiFi hotspot	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be [wifi7/6E/6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz, 6GHz) + MIMO WiFi hotspot
DLNA	Not supported	Not supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSS, NavIC
NFC	Not supported	Supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)	iPhone Air (256GB)
Sensors	Accelerometer	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Barometer Compass Face unlock 3D Gyroscope Proximity sensor UWB (Ultra Wideband)
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)	iPhone Air (256GB)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable) BL-5J	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
Battery capacity	1430 mAh	3149 mAh
Charger, watts	Wired charging	30W Wired fast charging 4.5W Reverse charging by cable USB Power Delivery 2.0
Inductive / wireless charging	Not supported	25W Qi2 wireless charging
Talk time autonomy	10 hours	feature not registered
Standby	528 hours (22 days)	feature not registered
➕ Other features
	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)	iPhone Air (256GB)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Not supported	Supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	HTML, XHTML, HTML5	HTML, XHTML, HTML5
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Orange, Green, White, Dark grey • Internet Explorer 11 • OneDrive 15GB • Skype, Viber, WhatsApp	• Colors: Space Black, Cloud White, Light Gold, Sky Blue • Apple Intelligence • Apple Pay • Face ID • MagSafe
☢️ Radiation rate
	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)	iPhone Air (256GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	feature not registered	feature not registered